Runpod · 15 hours ago
Security Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expRunpod is pioneering the future of AI and machine learning, offering cutting-edge cloud infrastructure for full-stack AI applications. They are seeking a full-time Security Engineer to safeguard their GPU cloud platform, ensuring the security and isolation of customer workloads while collaborating with software engineering teams to build secure systems.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud InfrastructureGPU
Responsibilities
Design and implement secure architectures for Runpod's multitenant GPU cloud platform, ensuring strong isolation between customer workloads
Conduct thorough security assessments, including threat modeling, code reviews, and penetration testing of our cloud infrastructure and services
Develop and implement security fixes and improvements in collaboration with software engineering teams
Implement and manage security tools and systems (e.g., SIEM, WAF, EDR)
Create and maintain security documentation, including policies, procedures, and technical guidelines specific to GPU cloud security
Provide security guidance and training to development teams to foster a security-first culture in cloud development
Participate in incident response activities and contribute to post-incident analysis and improvements
Collaborate with operations team to ensure adherence to relevant standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
5+ years of experience in information security roles, with a focus on cloud security
Strong programming skills in at least one language (ideally, Python, Go, or C)
Extensive knowledge of Linux kernel internals, containerization technologies, and virtualization
Deep understanding of workload/network isolation techniques in multitenant cloud environments
Experience securing and hardening cloud infrastructure, particularly in environments with untrusted workloads
Familiarity with GPU architecture and security considerations in GPU cloud computing
Strong background in network security, application security, and cloud-native security practices
Experience with security testing tools and methodologies (e.g., OWASP, Burp Suite, static/dynamic analysis tools)
Familiarity with common cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Controls) and their application to cloud environments
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively about security challenges in cloud computing
Successful completion of a background check
Preferred
Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, OSCP)
Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools in cloud environments
Deep knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and their security implications
Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements for operating cloud services
Contributions to open-source security projects or security research publications related to cloud or GPU computing
Experience with GPU programming and understanding of GPU-specific security concerns
Benefits
Meaningful equity in a fast-growing AI infra company- everyone on the team receives stock options — your impact drives our growth, and you share in the upside.
Generous medical, dental & vision plans — we cover 100% for all employees and partial for dependents.
Flexible PTO- take the time you need to recharge
Most roles have are remote work first with an inclusive, collaborative teams utilizing slack as the main form of internal communication
$1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend- We set you up for success from day one with gear and support to create your ideal workspace
Company
Runpod
Runpod is a cloud platform designed for GPUs, enabling developers to deploy customized full-stack AI applications.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$22MKey Investors
Dell Technologies Capital,Intel Capital
2024-05-08Seed· $20M
2023-03-30Pre Seed· $2M
Leadership Team
Zhen Lu
Chief Executive Officer
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Pardeep Singh
Co-Founder, CTO
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